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TF07 RGT

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

182,029 mi
Last recorded182,029 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTF07 RGT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 182,029 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 180,628 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 178,010 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 174,661 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 171,736 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 171,736 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 163,600 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 163,578 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 155,691 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 147,322 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 147,321 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 138,818 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 127,378 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 127,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 115,088 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 115,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 106,223 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil Leak From Rear Diff

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2013 101,155 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 88,747 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 77,834 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 61,601 miles

emmisions 2 lean to rear

rear tyres 2mm rear brake pads 2mm

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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TF07 RGT is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 110,264 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TF07 RGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was TF07 RGT registered?

TF07 RGT is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 29 June 2007.

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The MOT history for TF07 RGT shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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